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    Question

    Paecilomyces lilacinus is a chemical used for the

    control of __
    A Fungus Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B bacteria Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Virus Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Protozoa Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Nematode Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Paecilomyces lilacinus is a naturally occurring fungus found in many kinds of soils throughout the world. As a pesticide active ingredient, Paecilomyces lilacinus strain 251 is applied to soil to control nematodes that attack plant roots. 

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